Art Education Assistant
- Program stream:
- Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations
- Job title:
- Art Education Assistant
- Organization name:
- Carleton University Art Gallery
- Job location:
- Ottawa, Ontario
- Length of assignment:
- 2017-06-05 to 2017-08-25 (12 weeks)
- Hourly wage:
- $15.00
General Information
Title: Art Education Assistant
Location: Carleton University Art Gallery (CUAG), Ottawa, ON
Duration: 5 June – 1 September 2017 (13 weeks)
Salary: $15.00/hour
Language of work: English
http://cuag.ca
Under the supervision of CUAG’s Art Gallery Education Assistant, the Art Education Assistant will assist with three main tasks: a) researching and developing outreach projects specifically for the student community on campus, to be implemented in autumn 2017; b) planning, coordinating and implementing the five-week CUAG Art + Sports Camp; and c) implementing the ongoing in-gallery education programming in summer 2017.
Field of study: The candidate will preferably be pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in art history, fine arts, museum studies, or the humanities. Passion for and belief in the value of art education and public programming is extremely important. Prior experience in art education and public programming is an important asset, but is not mandatory. Equivalent practical experience will be considered.
Computer skills: The candidate needs basic word-processing and Internet research skills. Some experience with databases is an asset, but is not required.
Women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Indigenous peoples are encouraged to apply.
Application: The application deadline is 19 May 2017. Applications (a cover letter and curriculum vitae) should be sent to:
Alisdair MacRae, Administrative Assistant
Carleton University Art Gallery
1125 Colonel By Drive
Ottawa, ON K1S 5B6
alisdair.macrae@carleton.ca
http://cuag.ca
Characteristics of City/Region:
Ottawa is a high-tech urban city that also offers natural beauty and interconnecting rivers and canals. In the shadow of Canada's majestic Parliament Buildings, the bustling Byward Market, trendy restaurants, elegant shops, quaint outdoor cafes, and artisans' stalls flourish in a dynamic downtown centre.
The meeting place of many cultures, Ottawa has modern and historic architecture, and boasts some of the finest cultural facilities in the country. The National Gallery enjoys an international reputation, drawing visitors from around the world. The National Arts Centre is a leader in the presentation of classical and contemporary music, theatre, and dance. The region is also home to the National Museum of Science and Technology, Canadian Museum of History, Museum of Nature, a network of municipal art galleries, the Ottawa Art Gallery, five artist-run centres, and Carleton University Art Gallery.
Ottawa is a city of festivals. The Canadian Tulip Festival celebrates the colours of spring with dazzling garden displays throughout the city. Just outside the city and minutes from downtown Ottawa, you'll discover Gatineau Park. The park is 365 square miles of pristine lakes, rolling hills, and panoramic views of the Ottawa Valley. The park is famous for excellent hiking, swimming, canoeing, and bird-watching.
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